Dr. Cayla Bellagarda

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Cayla Bellagarda is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia in the School of Psychological Science. She specializes in clinical neuropsychology and psychology, holding a Doctorate in Philosophy and a Master's in Clinical Neuropsychology. Cayla is actively involved in research related to mental health, particularly focusing on ADHD and child and adolescent mental health services. Her research contributions have garnered an h-index of 11 in Scopus, reflecting her impact in the field. She is open to supervising PhD and Higher Degree Research students and is currently associated with significant roles in various mental health organizations. Cayla has also held positions such as Senior Research Psychologist at the Child Adolescent Mental Health Service and Clinical Lead at ADHD WA. Her work aims to advance understanding of psychological conditions in youth, fostering better treatment approaches and interventions based on empirical research findings.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Psychologist

2024-01-01 — Present

Child Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) • Perth, Australia

Engaged in research and clinical practices addressing mental health issues in children and adolescents.

Clinical Lead & Clinical Neuropsychologist

2021-01-01 — Present

ADHD WA • Perth, Australia

Leading clinical initiatives and neuropsychological assessments for ADHD patients.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.